, CSP4801 ASSIGNMENT 06
Your principal is worried that there are too many learners who do not perform well.
Teacher at the school indicate that lower and under-achieving learners exhibit the
following characteristics:
• Some learners work slowly and struggle to complete their tasks on time.
• Some learners show a lack of interest in their schoolwork.
• Some learners do not understand most of the topics they are being taught.
The school principal has consulted you because you are an honours student at a university, and he seeks
your input on how to address these issues. You are asked to prepare a document with practical solutions
for the teachers.
Your task:
Clearly explain each of the three problems (slow working, lack of interest, and difficulty understanding
topics) based on what you observe in the learners and the school context.
Consult your prescribed textbook and other relevant academic resources to explore how educational
psychology can help address these issues. Use theories and concepts (such
as motivation, learning styles, cognitive development, etc.) to provide solutions.
Propose practical strategies for each problem that teachers can implement in the
classroom. Ensure the solutions are realistic and relevant to the specific context of your
school (e.g., available resources, class sizes, teaching environment, community, teacher
knowledge).
Structure your document as follows:
Introduction: Briefly introduce the three main challenges faced by lower and under achieving learners.
Problem Analysis: Explain each problem in detail, referring to specific learner behaviours and their
impact on learning.
Application of Educational Psychology: Discuss how theories and concepts from
educational psychology can help teachers understand and address these challenges.
Proposed Solutions: Offer practical, context-specific strategies for teachers to implement
in their classrooms.
Make sure to write in a professional and accessible tone, so the document is useful for teachers and
school management.
Word count: 1500 - 2 000
TOTAL: 100
Many schools today face the challenge of supporting lower and under-achieving learners. These learners
often struggle with various academic difficulties, which can negatively impact their overall performance.
In particular, three common challenges have been identified: some learners work slowly and find it
difficult to complete tasks on time, some show a lack of interest in their schoolwork, and others struggle
to understand the topics being taught. These problems not only affect the learners themselves but also
create difficulties for teachers who must ensure that all students achieve their potential. Educational
psychology, a field that explores how students learn and develop, can provide valuable insights and
solutions to address these issues.
Your principal is worried that there are too many learners who do not perform well.
Teacher at the school indicate that lower and under-achieving learners exhibit the
following characteristics:
• Some learners work slowly and struggle to complete their tasks on time.
• Some learners show a lack of interest in their schoolwork.
• Some learners do not understand most of the topics they are being taught.
The school principal has consulted you because you are an honours student at a university, and he seeks
your input on how to address these issues. You are asked to prepare a document with practical solutions
for the teachers.
Your task:
Clearly explain each of the three problems (slow working, lack of interest, and difficulty understanding
topics) based on what you observe in the learners and the school context.
Consult your prescribed textbook and other relevant academic resources to explore how educational
psychology can help address these issues. Use theories and concepts (such
as motivation, learning styles, cognitive development, etc.) to provide solutions.
Propose practical strategies for each problem that teachers can implement in the
classroom. Ensure the solutions are realistic and relevant to the specific context of your
school (e.g., available resources, class sizes, teaching environment, community, teacher
knowledge).
Structure your document as follows:
Introduction: Briefly introduce the three main challenges faced by lower and under achieving learners.
Problem Analysis: Explain each problem in detail, referring to specific learner behaviours and their
impact on learning.
Application of Educational Psychology: Discuss how theories and concepts from
educational psychology can help teachers understand and address these challenges.
Proposed Solutions: Offer practical, context-specific strategies for teachers to implement
in their classrooms.
Make sure to write in a professional and accessible tone, so the document is useful for teachers and
school management.
Word count: 1500 - 2 000
TOTAL: 100
Many schools today face the challenge of supporting lower and under-achieving learners. These learners
often struggle with various academic difficulties, which can negatively impact their overall performance.
In particular, three common challenges have been identified: some learners work slowly and find it
difficult to complete tasks on time, some show a lack of interest in their schoolwork, and others struggle
to understand the topics being taught. These problems not only affect the learners themselves but also
create difficulties for teachers who must ensure that all students achieve their potential. Educational
psychology, a field that explores how students learn and develop, can provide valuable insights and
solutions to address these issues.
